Dentures
Expect to pay $35-$4,200 for dentures at a typical dental office, or an estimated $33-$1,095 through discount programs and dental schools (a modeled estimate, not a quote).
Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth: complete (full arch) or partial (some teeth remain).
Sources: CDT benchmark database, state Medicaid fee schedules, and providers’ published rates. Re-verified monthly. Nothing on this page is a quote.
Typical Price Range
$35-$4,200
Based on CDT code database
Discount Programs & Dental Schools (modeled estimate)
$33-$1,095
Estimated from the typical price, not observed clinic prices
FTC Pricing Disclaimer: Prices shown are estimated ranges based on dental_cdt_prices database (127 CDT codes), ADA fee surveys, FAIR Health. Actual prices vary by location, dentist, and complexity. Always verify pricing before scheduling.
Detailed Price Comparison by CDT Code
Prices from 14 related CDT codes in our database.
| CDT Code | Procedure | Cash Price | Insurer Allowed* | Dental School | FQHC Range | Medicaid (CA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5410 | Denture Adjustment - Complete | $35-$130 | $58-$95 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5510 | Denture Repair - Broken Base | $90-$350 | $155-$245 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5611 | Denture Repair - Resin Partial, Broken Base | $100-$375 | $175-$275 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5730 | Denture Reline - Complete, Chair-side | $150-$500 | $235-$365 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5820 | Interim Partial Denture - Maxillary | $250-$850 | $390-$608 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5821 | Interim Partial Denture - Mandibular | $250-$850 | $390-$608 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5212 | Lower Partial Denture - Resin Base | $600-$2,000 | $935-$1,460 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5211 | Upper Partial Denture - Resin Base | $600-$2,000 | $935-$1,460 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5214 | Lower Partial Denture - Cast Metal | $800-$2,700 | $1,245-$1,950 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5213 | Upper Partial Denture - Cast Metal | $800-$2,700 | $1,245-$1,950 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5120 | Complete Lower Denture | $900-$3,000 | $1,400-$2,190 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5110 | Complete Upper Denture | $900-$3,000 | $1,400-$2,190 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5130 | Immediate Upper Denture | $1,050-$3,500 | $1,635-$2,558 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
| D5863 | Overdenture - Complete | $1,250-$4,200 | $1,945-$3,045 | FairPass | FairPass | FairPass |
*Estimated range insurers typically allow for this procedure (50th-80th percentile), modeled from published fee-survey data. Individual plan rates vary. Medicaid rates come from published state fee schedules and generally apply only to enrolled Medicaid members at participating providers.
Paying With Insurance vs. Paying Cash
Dental insurance works differently from medical insurance. Knowing how plans actually pay for dentures helps you pick the cheaper route.
If you have insurance
Insurer-allowed amount*
Your plan negotiates the fee down to the allowed amount, then typically pays 50-80% of basic work and 50% of major work, until you hit your annual maximum (usually $1,000-$2,000). You pay the rest.
If you pay cash
Negotiable cash price
Many offices give a discount for payment in full at time of service, but you have to ask. Dental schools and FQHC clinics go lower. No waiting periods, no annual maximum.
Third option
Dental savings plan
Not insurance: an annual fee ($80-$200) buys access to pre-negotiated discounts at network dentists. No waiting periods or maximums, often the best fit for major work.
Rule of thumb: for cleanings and checkups, cash is often cheaper than carrying a plan. For a single big procedure, a plan’s $1,000-$2,000 annual maximum usually covers only part of the bill. Compare the insurer-allowed column against a negotiated cash or dental-school price before assuming insurance wins. Watch for 6-12 month waiting periods on new plans.
Dentists Who Publish Their Dentures Prices
Real prices these providers advertise on their own websites. Publishing prices is a transparency signal. Use them as negotiation leverage even if you go elsewhere.
Extraction and Denture Center
Denture clinicOrlando, FL
Full upper or lower denture
$650 per arch
Best Dental (Dr. Sonny Naderi)
Denture clinicHouston, TX
Full denture (per arch, traditional or immediate)
$1,250 per arch flat
Best Value Dentures & Implants
Denture clinicTampa, FL
Traditional denture (per arch, no implant)
$995 each (upper or lower)
Nations Dental Studio
Denture clinicNashville, TN
Full dentures (standard, per arch)
$2,275-$2,500 per arch
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Abilene, TX
National chainAbilene, TX
EconomyPlus denture (per arch)
$1,165
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Arlington, TX
National chainArlington, TX
Economy denture (per arch)
$924
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Cincinnati Norwood, OH
National chainCincinnati, OH
EconomyPlus denture (per arch)
$1,125
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Bluff City, TN
National chainBluff City, TN
Economy denture (per arch)
$760
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Albuquerque, NM
National chainAlbuquerque, NM
Premium denture (per arch)
$1,635
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Allen Park, MI
National chainAllen Park, MI
Premium denture (per arch)
$1,565
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Amarillo, TX
National chainAmarillo, TX
Ultra premium denture (per arch)
$2,040
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Arlington, TN
National chainArlington, TN
Economy denture (per arch)
$755
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Barboursville, WV
National chainHuntington, WV
EconomyPlus denture (per arch)
$1,115
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Aurora, CO
National chainAurora, CO
Economy denture (per arch)
$939
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Bakersfield, CA
National chainBakersfield, CA
EconomyPlus denture (per arch)
$1,465
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Avondale, AZ
National chainAvondale, AZ
EconomyPlus denture (per arch)
$1,155
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Albuquerque, NM
National chainAlbuquerque, NM
Economy denture (per arch)
$845
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Bellmead, TX
National chainBellmead, TX
Ultra premium denture (per arch)
$1,795
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Cicero, NY
National chainCicero, NY
Ultra premium denture (per arch)
$2,599
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Bullhead City, AZ
National chainBullhead City, AZ
Economy denture (per arch)
$729
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Camdenton, MO
National chainCamdenton, MO
Ultra premium denture (per arch)
$1,865
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Cedar Park, TX
National chainCedar Park, TX
Economy denture (per arch)
$760
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Chester, VA
National chainChester, VA
Ultra premium denture (per arch)
$2,365
Affordable Dentures & Implants - Clearwater, FL
National chainClearwater, FL
EconomyPlus denture (per arch)
$1,155
Prices are collected from each provider’s public website on the date shown and can change at any time. “From” prices usually exclude exams, imaging, or add-ons, so confirm the full treatment cost in writing before scheduling.
What's Included
- Impressions
- Denture Fabrication
- Fitting
- Initial Adjustments
Recovery Time
2-4 weeks adjustment period
See what offices near you actually charge
Published prices from 376 offices across 39 states, compared state by state, with a link to each office's own price list.
Dentures FAQs
How much do dentures cost without insurance?
A complete upper or lower denture costs $900-$3,000 each at private practices. Partial dentures cost $600-$2,700 depending on the base material (resin vs. cast metal). Immediate dentures placed the same day as extractions cost $1,050-$3,500. Dental schools and dedicated denture clinics often charge less.
How long do dentures last?
Complete dentures typically last 5-10 years before needing replacement. Your jawbone changes shape over time, so dentures need periodic relines ($150-$500) to maintain fit. Adjustments ($35-$130) are common in the first months.
Are dentures covered by dental insurance?
Most dental insurance covers dentures at 50% as a major procedure, after a 12-month waiting period, up to the annual maximum ($1,000-$2,000). Since a full set can cost $1,800-$6,000, insurance rarely covers the whole cost, so comparing cash prices still matters.
Where to Get Dentures for Less
Dental Schools
Reduced-cost care at 65 accredited schools
Community Clinics
Sliding-scale fees at FQHCs
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